2003 Acura CL vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Blazer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |